Brock Lesnar to return as heel and call out WWE icon for double retirement match in 2025? Chances explored
Brock Lesnar is currently on hiatus from WWE and it has been a while since he was on television. While The Beast Incarnate has been spotted in public several times over the past few months, his return has yet to materialize. However, recent developments have sparked speculation that Lesnar could return as a heel and call out Goldberg for a double retirement match in 2025.
Hall of Famer Goldberg recently announced that his retirement match in WWE will take place next year. In addition to Goldberg, John Cena has also declared he will retire in 2025, leading fans to speculate that Lesnar could join the list of WWE legends having their final matches next year. If this scenario unfolds, Lesnar might return as a heel to challenge Goldberg. The legends could retire together in what can be dubbed a double retirement bout.
Lesnar’s last WWE appearance was at SummerSlam last year, where he suffered a loss to Cody Rhodes. After the match, the former world champion shared a torch-passing moment with The American Nightmare, seemingly indicating a babyface turn. However, if The Beast challenges Goldberg, he could return as a villainous character.
A match between the iconic star and Brock Lesnar would allow both to end their careers without losing to younger talent. Some fans believe Goldberg might suffer a final loss to Gunther, given their heated segment at Bad Blood 2024. However, if the Hall of Famer were to lose to Lesnar instead, it would provide a fitting end to his career, and the same holds true if Lesnar were to lose to Goldberg.
Both Goldberg and Lesnar share a storied history in WWE. Notably, Goldberg shocked fans by defeating Lesnar in just a few seconds at Survivor Series 2016, an unforgettable moment for fans.
Ultimately, though, everything depends on whether Brock Lesnar decides to return to WWE next year.
What have recent reports revealed about Brock Lesnar's WWE return?
The latest report on Brock Lesnar has disappointed fans of The Beast as it revealed that WWE is not currently considering his return. The report emphasized that the company has no creative plans for Lesnar at this time, which reduces the chances of his comeback to the Stamford-based promotion.
Additionally, further details confirm that Lesnar’s status in the company remains unchanged, as it has been since he was alluded to in the Vince McMahon lawsuit.
As it stands, there is no definite timeline for Brock Lesnar’s return, leaving fans to hope that he may eventually make his way back to WWE.